Party Friendly Italian Bites for Entertaining
Party friendly Italian bites for entertaining are warm, baked, bite sized snacks made with Parmesan, mozzarella, garlic, and Italian herbs. These easy Italian American appetizer bites are perfect for gatherings and served best with marinara sauce for dipping.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Cutting Board
- Sharp knife
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Wooden spoon or spatula
Ingredients
For the Party Friendly Bites
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese cut into small pieces
- 2 eggs
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil for drizzling
For Serving
- 1 cup marinara sauce warmed
- fresh herbs optional garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and minced garlic.
- Add the eggs and mix until the mixture holds together when pressed.
- Fold in mozzarella cheese pieces until evenly distributed.
- Shape the mixture into bite sized balls or patties and place on the baking sheet.
- Drizzle lightly with olive oil and bake until golden and firm to the touch.
- Cool slightly and serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
These party bites can be baked ahead and reheated in the oven for best texture. They also freeze well after baking. For entertaining, keep marinara warm and garnish with fresh herbs right before serving.